CVE-2024-7797 SourceCodester Simple Online Bidding System ajax.php sql injection

Medium 6.9 Published 14 Aug 2024 Updated 15 Aug 2024

Attackers can exploit SQL injection in the login function to read or modify database contents in the Simple Online Bidding System.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2024-7797?

CVE-2024-7797 is a medium-severity SQL injection vulnerability in SourceCodester Simple Online Bidding System, published on 14 Aug 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Simple Online Bidding System 1.0. It has been classified as critical. Affected is an unknown function of the file /simple-online-bidding-system/bidding/admin/ajax.php?action=login. The manipulation of the argument username leads to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-7797?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Oretnom23 Simple Online Bidding System.

How do I fix CVE-2024-7797?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-7797 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Use parameterised queries everywhere and never build SQL by joining strings. Upgrade affected software first; a web application firewall only buys time. More about SQL injection.

Is CVE-2024-7797 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-7797 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-2497-m587-h6c8.